Monthly Archives: November 2018

Chronicling the Sad Demise of Natural England

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Miles King

One of the more interesting consequences of having written a blog about Nature and politics for eight years, (aside from a short break between July 2012 and May 2013), is that you can look back at earlier ramblings, thoughts and … Continue reading →

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Unicorns in Brexitland: Panto seasons starts early this year

Posted on November 21, 2018 by Miles King

What does Christmas mean to you? John Lewis adverts? An excuse for some retail therapy? Religion? Or Pantomimes? It’s a long time since I went to a Christmas pantomime, but they seem to continue to be very popular. This year, … Continue reading →

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European Laws set to be ignored, as Outer M25 rears its ugly head again.

Posted on November 16, 2018 by Miles King

News that the Government has decided to opt for the most environmentally damaging route for the “brain belt” road between Oxford and Cambridge, reminded me that the bright future of the past – when everyone owns a car and can … Continue reading →

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Gentlemen farmer MPs look to their own pockets, oblivious to rise of plant-based diets

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Miles King

Restaurant critic, writer and all-round foodie William Sitwell has parted company with Waitrose, as editor of their Food Magazine. He had replied to a journalist who had pitched some vegan recipes to him, with suggestions, which included  hunting vegans and … Continue reading →

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